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- pronunciation:
- uhp
- parts of speech:
- adverb, preposition, adjective
- phrases:
- be up to
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective)
| part of speech: |
adverb |
| definition 1: |
to, toward, at, or in a higher place or position.
The plane flew up among the clouds.We climbed up to the second floor.- antonyms:
- below, down
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| definition 2: |
to or in an upright position.
The tent is up. |
| definition 3: |
out of bed; awake.
Are the children up yet? |
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| part of speech: |
preposition |
| definition 1: |
at, to, or toward a higher point on something or in something.
The train headed up the hill.The smoke went up the chimney.
- antonyms:
- down
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| definition 2: |
at or toward a point that is further ahead on a certain path.
You can't catch the bus. It's already up the street.She ran up the path as we walked behind. |
| related words: |
down |
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| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition: |
having no more time left; being finished.
The time is up, students. Please give me your test papers.The week is up, and he still hasn't paid me. |
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| phrase: |
be up to |
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